US Bridges

HWY Horton ST over Water Segreganset River

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .2 MI W of William ST · Structure no. D080223LEMUNNBI

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,800
2023 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Horton ST over Water Segreganset River is a steel culvert carrying HWY Horton ST over Water Segreganset River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,791 by 2032. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Horton ST
CrossesWater Segreganset River
Location.2 MI W of William ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.84629, -71.16439
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating96.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,800 (2023)
Projected traffic6,791 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$539,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Horton ST over Water Segreganset River built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Horton ST over Water Segreganset River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Horton ST over Water Segreganset River carry?

About 2,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is HWY Horton ST over Water Segreganset River?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m).

Who owns HWY Horton ST over Water Segreganset River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.